Former New York City Police Commissioner Bernard Kerikis a riveting speaker who uses his real life experiences to compel action that moves businesses and organizations forward. What you can count on when you hire Bernard Kerik to keynote your event, work with your leadership team, or be your executive coach is RESULTS. He uses his 30 years of accomplishing what many have called "the impossible" to help you accomplish your goals. For further information, email: Fran@bicoastalproductions.com ​

Leadership Under Fire and the Realities of Global Terrorism in a Post 9/11 World

From Mr. Kerik's experiences as an NYPD uniform and plainclothes policeman and detective assigned to the US Drug Enforcement Administration, fighting the Cali Cartel, to his leadership as Commissioner of the New York City Department of Correction, one of the largest jail systems in the US, and as New York City’s 40th Police Commissioner, he has managed crises that were a part of the day-to-day law enforcement efforts of New York City.

He is also been a leader who faced one of the worst terror attacks and tragedies in world history. On September 11, 2001 everything he had ever learned or experienced was tested – and Kerik rose to the challenge.

He was at the scene within moments after the first plane hit tower one and worked with Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani to coordinate the response, rescue, recovery and investigative efforts at ground zero – ensuring the city’s safety, and reassuring Americans. He shares with audiences the lessons he has learned and his philosophies on leadership and management, especially times of crisis.

​After working and living in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for more than four years, and as a security advisor to King Abdullah II of Jordan for nearly five years, coupled with the months he spent in Iraq as interim Minister of the Interior and senior policy advisor to the U.S. Presidential Envoy of Iraq, Mr. Kerik discusses with eye-opening candor, international terrorism and the threats facing the United States, in a post 9/11 world.

His inspirational and insightful presentation contains many lessons that can be applied to business, government and all aspects of life, such as the leadership challenge, organizational re-structuring, managing stress and adaptability.

The Renaissance of New York City, Crime Reduction, and Turning Around the Nation's Largest Jail System

Along with New York City Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani, Bernard Kerik played a major role in the turn-around and resurgence of vitality in the Big Apple. Through his efforts, the Department of Correction and Police Department were re-organized and modified.

During his tenure as police commissioner, crime fell more than 12%, officer morale improved and police/community relations reached an all time high.

New York City – once infamous around the world for its dangerous streets – had been recognized by the F.B.I. as the safest large city in America, and the city’s law enforcement strategies have become models for other cities around the world. Kerik details strategies and accomplishments in the revitalization of New York City.

In 1994, a New York Magazine front page cover story read: Is Rikers About to Explode?

One of the largest and violent penal colonies in the world with a daily inmate population of more than 22,000, New York City's jail system averaged 100 stabbings and slashings a month.

During Mr. Kerik's six year tenure managing the agency, inmate on inmate violence was reduced by more than 93%, overtime spending more by than 45%, and inmate assaults on staff by more than 38%. Through his Total Efficiency Accountability Management System (TEAMS), the New York City Jail System was transformed from one of the most violent and mismanaged in America, to an international role model of efficiency, accountability and safety and security.

Hear how today's criminal justice and prison systems, can use his management and accountability principals, and unparalleled success and achievements, to better their own agencies.

​Overcoming Adversity

In the line of duty, Mr. Kerik has rescued people from burning buildings, been stabbed, shot at, and saved his partner who had been wounded in a gun battle.

He survived the terror attacks on 9/11, and a bombing plot in Iraq. He has been the target of numerous death threats, seized tons of cocaine and millions in drugs proceeds from the Cali Cartel, and brought cop killers, Colombian drug lords and Iraqi terrorists to justice.

His service to his country has been recognized in more than 100 awards for public and heroic service, including the New York City Police Department's Medal for Valor, and 29 other medals for excellent and meritorious service.

He has been commended for heroism, by President Ronald Reagan, received the DEA Administrator's Award from the U.S. Justice Department, two Distinguished Service Awards from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, The Ellis Island Medal of Honor, and an appointment as Honorary Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II; yet his most difficult and personally challenging battle came at the hands of the very government that he loyally and valiantly served for more than three decades. Hear his personal story of regret, betrayal, justice and injustice, and the lessons he has learned about overcoming adversity.

Learn how to transform your own self-disappointment, frustration, pain, and anger, into a fuel that gets you to your next destination.

​Hear how Mr. Kerik will use the lessons he has learned in the next phase of his life, to address what he now believes could be one of the most important chapters of public service in his lifetime: Criminal Justice and Prison Reform.

​TRIBUTES AND HEADLINES

“You are an inspiration to all of us”Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom TONY BLAIR

“Blacks, Latinos hail Kerik was Best Commish bar none”The New York Daily News

“One of most accomplished and effective leaders of law enforcement in America”President of the United States GEORGE W. BUSH

Under Kerik’s Command of the NYPD “Crime show the biggest drop in five years"The New York Times

“A hero to New York City and to our country”Former New York City Mayor RUDOLPH W. GIULIANI

”Kerik’s “Iron hand dramatically reduces violence on Rikers”The New York Times

“America is lucky to have a patriot such as yourself”His Majesty KING ABDULLAH II, Kingdom of Jordan

“Kerik, a comic book hero come to life”The New York Times

“A true leader and hero for the people of my country”AHMED KHADIM IBRAHIM, former Deputy Interior Minister of Iraq

“He was born to Protect and Serve” and “The Man that tamed Rikers Island”The New York Post

“An excellent Police Commissioner and Courageous Leader on 9/11”Former New York City Mayor RUDOLPH W. GIULIANI